Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Hovering.
Hovering - as a verb
Be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action
Example: "He oscillates between accepting the new position and retirement"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oscillate11vacillate14vibrate12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hesitate11waffle15waver11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
To hang about in a place beyond the proper or usual time
Example: "The shy student lingered in the corner"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
linger7Hang in the air; fly or be suspended above
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fly9wing8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be suspended in the air, as if in defiance of gravity
Example: "The guru claimed that he could levitate"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
levitate11Hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing
Example: "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brood8bulk largeloom6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hang8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hovering - as a noun
The act of one who hovers.
Example Sentences
"The hovering bird watched for prey."
"A hovering helicopter made it difficult to hear."
"She felt a sense of unease with the hovering presence."
"The hovering clouds threatened rain."
"The hovering aircraft created a sense of tension in the area."
Word Game Points
Is HOVERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hovering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HOVERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is HOVERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hovering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHOVERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is HOVERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hovering is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHOVERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
